For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 424 students in 12586, NY (there are , serving 189 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 12586, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 12586, NY is Walden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 12586 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12586, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12586, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walden Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Orchard St
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Walden, NY 12586
(845) 457-2400
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 12586, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 12586, NY include Walden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 12586?
1 public schools are located in 12586.
What percentage of students in 12586 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 12586 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12586?
12586 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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